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Our thanks to Mrs. Howard for continuing to proctor this publication and kudos to
our fourth grade reporters and editors.
Our thanks to Mrs. Howard for continuing to proctor this publication and kudos to
our fourth grade reporters and editors.
Safety Reminder - Please DO NOT send glass water bottles to school. Glass bottles present a significant safety hazard when they fall and break.
Moms in Prayer will be meeting on Wednesday, February 22nd at 8:30am in the lower church library. This is a make up session for the meeting that was cancelled on February 8th because of the two hour delay that morning.
Get ready to celebrate our 60th Anniversary!
Get ready to celebrate our 60th Anniversary!
Tickets are now available for A Knight at the Gala at Farmington Gardens on Friday, April 21, 2017 at 6:30pm. The evening includes dinner, beer & wine, dancing, entertainment by speed painter Rob Surette (amazing heroart.com), and a silent & live auction.
Take advantage of this special offer during the month of February!
- $90 per person, table of ten $900 if purchased by 2-28-17. Ticket price will go to $100 per person, table of ten $1,000 on March 1st.
- $90 per person, table of ten $900 if purchased by 2-28-17. Ticket price will go to $100 per person, table of ten $1,000 on March 1st.
To purchase your tickets using our preferred method, please send payment to Toni Chagnon in the school office. Checks should be payable to St. Mary's School with "Gala" in the memo section. If you wish to pay by credit card, click here. Please contact Toni Chagnon for more information
860-658-9412/ tchagnon@stmarysimsbury.eduk12.net
860-658-9412/ tchagnon@stmarysimsbury.eduk12.net
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| The 8th grade varsity basketball players were given flowers and special mention at the game at St Paul's Kensington . |
CHOICE Program Reminder - Participation in the CHOICE program is mandatory for all families with students enrolled in grades Kindergarten - 8. Families that have not participated in the program by purchasing CHOICE cards or by "opting out" will be receiving an email reminder statement from Mrs. Budnick. All CHOICE commitments must be fulfilled NLT April 30, 2017. Purchases made after April 30th will be credited to next year's CHOICE commitment. If you have any questions about the CHOICE program or your family's commitment, please contact Mrs. Budnick in the school office.
2017 Altar Server Training for New Servers
New altar servers are needed at Saint Mary’s Church and School. Are you interested in joining this wonderful ministry? All children in the 4th grade or above are invited to join us.
Classes will meet Saturdays from 1-2pm, February 25, March 4, 11, and 18 (please attend all 4 sessions). Please call the parish office (860-659-7627) or contact the altar server coordinator (ServerLeader@StMarySimsbury.org) with any questions.
Box Tops for Education -
Your Box Tops can be sent into school and turned in to the homeroom or you can send them directly to Richard Kuziak, Kindness of Michael in Grade 6. Any Box Tops that are saved after February 24th may be sent to school at your convenience or sent directly to Mr. Kuziak. Thanks to all for clipping and saving those Box Tops and our special thanks to Mr. Kuziak for coordinating the Box Tops program for us!
Family Fundraiser with the Hartford Yard Goats! It's almost time to think about baseball. We are looking for someone willing to coordinate a family night at the brand new Dunkin' Donuts stadium. There's even an opportunity for our band and/or chorus to perform. Please contact Mrs. Williamson if you would like to work on coordinating this event.
Alumni News - We congratulate several alumni from the SMS Class of '13 that have been recognized at Northwest Catholic High School for achieving First Honors in each of their semesters since their freshman year. Our congratulations to Brett Baker, Gabriela Doskos, Katharine Jessen, Sarah Jessen, Christopher Poniatowski and Allyson Voelker.
We also congratulate Sarah Jessen on recently being named Outstanding Musician at the prestigious Berklee College Jazz Festival.
Community News
St. Mary's Parish Invites You - Women’s Day of Reflection with Amy Ekeh
“Finding your Strength in the Weakness of my Cross” will be the theme of this day of reflection on Saturday, March 4 from 8am (Mass) – 12 noon in the Parish Center. Spend the morning with your sisters in Christ as we explore, discuss and pray while we examine this Lenten Theme. Take the time for yourself and bring a friend- we are sure you will find something special in this morning of reflection. Contact Susan Falkner – 860-651-4655 or falknerr@comcast.net to RSVP.
Relaxed Uniform begins April 17th! Use the link below for a 30% discount on all Lands' End school uniforms.
New altar servers are needed at Saint Mary’s Church and School. Are you interested in joining this wonderful ministry? All children in the 4th grade or above are invited to join us.
Classes will meet Saturdays from 1-2pm, February 25, March 4, 11, and 18 (please attend all 4 sessions). Please call the parish office (860-659-7627) or contact the altar server coordinator (ServerLeader@StMarySimsbury.org) with any questions.
Munson's Chocolates Fundraiser! Again this year, our 7th grade class is running a Munson's Chocolates Fundraiser to offset costs associated with their field trip to Boston. Order forms were sent home with all students on Friday, February 10th. Extra order forms are available in the school office. All orders and payments are due NLT Wednesday, March 1. Chocolates will be available for pick up the week of 3/27 or 4/3 in time for Easter giving. Date and time for pick up will be announced soon.
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| First Grade Students enjoyed a "Grand Prix" experience in PE. |
Calling all girls!
Here is a message from Amelie C. in the third grade:
“If you have long hair and are thinking of cutting it, DON’T. I, Amelie, in the third grade am donating my hair to Beautiful Lengths which is a program to help women battling cancer by donating real hair for wigs. I hope you will join me during Lent in this community project. More details will follow.”
On a date to be determined between March 1 and April 6, St. Mary’s will sponsor a hair cutting event for girls (and women) to donate 8 inches of hair for this program. So, please consider donating and stay tuned for more information!
Looking Ahead to the Month of May - Please make note of an important change to our school calendar. It has been decided to combine our band and vocal concerts this spring. Our Spring Concert will take place on Monday, May 22, at 7pm in the Parish Center. All students in Grades Kindergarten - 8 participate in the vocal portion of this concert and their performance is considered part of their music grade. Please be sure to keep this date in mind as spring extra curricular activities are scheduled since student attendance at the concert is considered mandatory. Details regarding concert attire and arrival time will be announced prior to the concert in May.
Box Tops for Education -
LAST CALL FOR BOX TOPS! YOUR BOX TOPS ARE NEEDED NLT THIS FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 24TH!
Your Box Tops can be sent into school and turned in to the homeroom or you can send them directly to Richard Kuziak, Kindness of Michael in Grade 6. Any Box Tops that are saved after February 24th may be sent to school at your convenience or sent directly to Mr. Kuziak. Thanks to all for clipping and saving those Box Tops and our special thanks to Mr. Kuziak for coordinating the Box Tops program for us!
We also congratulate Sarah Jessen on recently being named Outstanding Musician at the prestigious Berklee College Jazz Festival.
Community News
“Finding your Strength in the Weakness of my Cross” will be the theme of this day of reflection on Saturday, March 4 from 8am (Mass) – 12 noon in the Parish Center. Spend the morning with your sisters in Christ as we explore, discuss and pray while we examine this Lenten Theme. Take the time for yourself and bring a friend- we are sure you will find something special in this morning of reflection. Contact Susan Falkner – 860-651-4655 or falknerr@comcast.net to RSVP.
Relaxed Uniform begins April 17th! Use the link below for a 30% discount on all Lands' End school uniforms.
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| Click here to visit Lands' End. Our school code is 9001-3215-0. |
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